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Fish, Fur & Fowl

by Ed Oldham

A LOOK BACK AT 2015 360-682-2341 • www.whidbeyweekly.com

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I hope everyone had a wonderful and safe Christmas. As we approach the New Year I often reflect back on the previous year and relive some of the great experiences I had.

This helps me formulate a game plan for the year to come.

2015 was a year many of us will remember as a very unseasonably warm year. The extremely mild winter resulted in very little snow falling in the mountains which had a profound effect on most every aspect of the outdoor activities we so enjoy throughout the year.

With the mild winter weather many anglers were able to take advantage of the winter salmon season. This usually isn’t the case as winter normally means very tough fishing and their pursuit is not for the faint of heart.

Luckily or unluckily, however you may look at it, winter anglers were very successful, so much so that we saw a closure of marine areas which resulted in the cancellation of the Anacortes Salmon Derby.

I'm hoping this won't be the case in 2016 because it is the only derby I really participate in.

The good fishing experienced in the winter season rolled right into the summer as well.

Kings, pinks and silvers all came flooding into the Sound, allowing many to fill at least one complete salmon punch card if not more. The best part to me was the action was pretty much constant through the entire season.

Kings were here from the start and provided us with some excellent opportunities before the big wave of pinks showed up and they showed up in some great numbers. Once they arrived it was hard to catch anything but pinks for most of the run but eventually their numbers trickled down and the silvers showed up in force. It seemed like it was non-stop from May through the end of September.

The unseasonably hot weather also had a dramatic effect on the hunting opportunities throughout the middle of the state. We had more forest fires than I can ever recall. I even remember reports of fires on the west side of the Cascades. These fires caused a lot of damage and shut out hunters from some very popular areas forcing many to focus on new areas.

From the reports I received and stories I read, the fires helped concentrate the animals in smaller areas. By the time the late seasons arrived, the animals had spread back out making it a tougher hunt. I can’t wait to see the states reported success rates for this year on the WDFW website in the next few months.

Of course the big news lately has been the steady river of rain that has hit the state hard. For the mountain snow this is great news. The snow packs have been getting steady supplies and I wouldn’t doubt if we see some records broken at some of the ski resorts around the state.

The bad news is all the flooding. It won’t be known for a while how the floods effected the salmon spawn. With the amount of flooding we've had though, I would venture

to bet we shall see smaller runs in the next couple of years. Blown out rivers can have some dramatic effects on spawning beds which in turn have an effect on juvenile salmon still in the rivers. The Kalama River report of fall chinook fry lost due to flooding is one recent example.

As we close out 2015, the waterfowl hunters still have until the end of January to hit their favorite spots. The colder weather seems to have moved a lot of birds out of the north and this should make for an exciting last month of hunting.

If you enjoy watching bald eagles, I would like to recommend you check out the Skagit River Eagle Festival which takes place the entire month of January. According to the Concrete Chamber of Commerce page at: www.concrete-wa.com, "the Skagit Eagle Festival is a month-long celebration during the peak of eagle-watching season in eastern Skagit County. Activities take place in Concrete, Rockport, and Marblemount (and beyond!) every full weekend in January. The festival features a variety of free tours, walks, and educational programs where you’ll learn not only about these majestic birds, but also about the beautiful areas along the Skagit River where they return each year." We have many eagles to view here on our island but this is quite the experience.

Now we look to 2016 and no one knows what to expect. We have what seems to be a normal winter for the area but of course it is too soon to tell. We also have folks all set to make some New Year’s resolutions. Scales around the country are going to shiver and gym memberships are going to rise as many want to get into better shape and shed a few pounds. I know I would like to but of course I would also like to do other things as well.

I always try to make some new fishing and hunting plans as a couple of my resolutions.

It gives me so much more to look forward to than just the seasons. It could be as simple as trying out new areas to using a new technique all the way to planning some exotic guided tour at some far away destination.

This year’s fishing resolution is to try a completely new area. Last year my fishing partner and I ventured all over the San Juan Islands.

We discovered some areas we had never even heard about so in 2016 we are going to make it our mission to learn the areas north of Orcas Island.

For my hunting resolution I am really undecided. I am thinking of giving turkey hunting a try. This is something I have never done and have thought an awful lot about. Areas to the east have grown in popularity in their turkey populations so it might be a fun one to try.

I would enjoy hearing some of your outdoor resolutions. Send them to me at whidbeyfishfurandfowl@gmail.com. And if you have any pictures of your fishing or hunting experiences, reports or questions you can send them to me as well. Until next time, I hope you have a wonderful and safe New Year and I look forward to hearing from you.

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While many columnists across the country are sharing their annual top ten lists in their final columns of 2015, we here at the Whidbey Weekly have concluded it is business as usual. Thus, we begin with more sarcasm lifted from those comedians who prefer to remain nameless in public. Apparently, many have outstanding warrants for violating copyright laws.

Note: The following retirement suggestions are certainly not to be taken personally. Otherwise, we might be violating one of the four basic agreements of Don Miguel Ruiz.

Retirement Options You can retire in Tuscon where...

1. You are willing to park three blocks away from your house because you found shade.

2. You can drive for four hours in one direction and never leave town.

3. You have over one hundred recipes for Mexican food.

4. You know "dry heat" is comparable to what hits you in the face when you open your oven door.

5. The four seasons are: Tolerable, Hot, Really Hot, and Are You Kidding Me? You can retire to California where...

1. You make over $450,000, but you still can't afford to buy a house.

2. The fastest part of your commute is going down your driveway.

3. You know how to eat an artichoke.

4. You drive your rented Mercedes to your neighborhood block party.

5. When someone asks you how far something is, you tell them how long it will take to get there rather than how many miles away it is.

6. The four seasons are: Fire, Flood, Mud, and Drought.

You can retire to New York City where...

1. You say "the city" and expect everyone to know you mean Manhattan.

2. You can get into a four-hour argument about how to get from Columbus Circle to Battery Park, but can't find Wisconsin on a map.

3. You think Central Park is "nature."

4. You believe being able to swear at people in their own language makes you multilingual.

5. You've worn out a car horn. (IF you have a car).

6. You think eye contact is an act of aggression.

You can retire to Minnesota where...

1. You only have three spices: salt, pepper, and ketchup.

2. Halloween costumes have to fit over parkas.

3. You have seventeen recipes for casserole.

4. Sexy lingerie is anything flannel with less than eight buttons.

5. The four seasons are: Almost Winter, Winter, Still Winter, and Road repair.

6. The highest level of criticism is, "He is different, she is different, or, it was different!”

You can retire to The Deep South where...

1. You can rent a movie and buy bait in the same store.

2. "Y'all" is singular and "all y'all" is plural.

3. "He needed killin" is a valid defense.

4. Everyone has two first names: Billy Bob, Jimmy Bob, Joe Bob, Betty Jean, Mary Beth, or Double Bob. 5. Everywhere is either: "in yonder," "over yonder" or "out yonder."

You can retire to Colorado where...

1. You carry your $3,000 mountain bike atop your $500 car.

2. You tell your husband to pick up granola on his way home, so he stops at the day care center.

3. A pass does not involve a football or dating.

4. The top of your head is bald, but you still have a pony tail.

You can retire to the Nebraska where...

1. You've never met any celebrities, but the mayor knows your name.

2. Your idea of a traffic jam is three cars waiting to pass a tractor.

3. You have had to switch from "heat" to "A/C" on the same day.

4. You end sentences with a preposition: "Where's my coat at.”

Or, finally...

You can retire to Florida where...

1. You eat dinner at 3:15 in the afternoon.

2. All purchases include a coupon of some kind, even houses and cars.

3. Everyone can recommend an excellent cardiologist, dermatologist, proctologist, podiatrist, or orthopedist.

4. Road construction never ends anywhere in the state.

5. Cars in front of you often appear to be driven by headless people.

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Okay, so some of those were crueler than others. Having lived in Arizona and California, and having been born in Colorado, and having had mostly relatives from the deep south, and having traveled on Continental Trailways buses in Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, and Florida, I can identify with all of the aforementioned stereotypical geographic assumptions.

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Momental Musings Did you know the amount of anti-freeze and water in one's radiator has an effect on whether or not the vehicle has an operating heater?

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By the time I got to Coupeville, there was no feeling in my legs. I knew my feet were still attached to my legs because the truck was moving. Someone had to be using the accelerator.

Although I was hungry and cold, I knew if I got to the Wal-Mart parking lot I could stop the truck, go inside, and warm up with those hand dryers in the men's room. It was so wonderful to have warm hands again, I renamed the men's room, the Amens' room.

Instead of checking my blood pressure with that suspect machine by the pharmacy, I decided to return to my truck, wrap my ankles in some of the stuffing from the driver's side front seat, and head on back to Freeland.

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When I got back to the caboose, I called my Chevy S-10 truck guru to explain my symptoms.

“Do you have any fluid in your radiator? Is there any coolant in your reserve tank?,” he asked.

“Let me call you back.”

After popping the hood, which took some time to do given I was too nervous to find the thiggamajig that is shaped weird which opens the hood, I noticed the coolant reserve tank was too dirty to see any fluid.

I took the edge of my Seahawks sweatshirt to rub off the dirt which was hiding the contents of the overflow bucket.

On the side of the plastic bucket, I noticed some letters which said FILL LINE underneath a horizontal plastic line. About an inch and a half below those letters were three more, ADD. Excited, I ran inside the caboose to call my mechanic buddy.

“Hey, guess what, I have an ADD truck. It says so right on the plastic thing which is empty.

How in the world did the manufacturer know before I bought the truck? It's used!”

Another good thing about looking around my truck. I found my left ear hearing aid underneath the accelerator. A gust of wind must have blown it off when I was getting out of the truck.

Only took me three days to find it.

I guess I didn't really miss much.

No one was talking to me during the holidays anyway.

Happy New Year!

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Letters to the Editor Editor, Just wanted to say that my family absolutely adores the front page of the Weekly this week! I’ve cut it out and framed it. Thank you for that and have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

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2016 Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive The Island County 4-H Teen Leadership Program provides teens in our community with opportunities and experiences that strengthen positive leadership skills through participation in leadership conferences and service learning activities. These opportunities provide teens with positive adventures that encourage them to work towards being a productive and appreciated part of their community.

The 2016 Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive happens January 1, 2016 at Double Bluff Beach and it is the Leadership program’s annual fundraiser. Pre-registration can be done at the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District website (www.swparks.org).

Participants can also register on the day of the event beginning at 10:30am in preparation for the 12:00pm noon jump. Last year, 140 people plunged into 2015 and at least twice this amount attended this community event for simply the entertainment value. Proceeds from this event allow more teens from our community to participate in leadership activities by keeping the associated costs from being an obstacle. Leadership conferences that the group has found to be most valuable include the annual Washington State Teen Leadership Conference at WSU in Pullman, WA and the Teen Know Your Government Conference in Olympia.

The Island County 4-H Teen Leadership Program would like to recognize the following local businesses for their much appreciated support as Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive sponsors. Your support of these local businesses make it possible for them to help make community events like this possible!

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For more information, contact South Whidbey Parks and Recreation at (360) 221-5484 or www.swparks.org [Submitted by Jon Gabelein]

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain If the winter weather makes your pain worse, you can help yourself by joining the next “Living Well with Chronic Pain” class. Held every Tuesday from 12:30pm to 3:00pm, January 5- through February 9, self management skills for getting a good night’s sleep, communicating effectively with medical care providers, pacing your energy, managing fatigue, and other helpful topics will be covered. This peer-led workshop was developed by Stanford University and is proven to reduce doctors visits and length of hospital stays. The sessions offer companionship, support, and a more pain-free approach to the new year.

This free workshop is for anyone 18 years of age and older, their family, friends, and care providers. Sessions will meet at the Oak Harbor

Are you passionate about the Salish Sea and Puget Sound? If so, you won’t want to miss Sound Waters 2016 - a one-day university filled with more than 60 fun and informative classes about the natural world and the fragile environment of the Salish Sea, bringing together people and researchers passionate about life in Puget Sound.

Sound Waters 2016 will be held Saturday, February 6, at the South Whidbey High School in Langley. Register online at soundwaterstewards.org/sw opening January 4, 2016.

Act-compliant elevators, and wider car-deck lanes that provide more room for passengers to access their vehicles. The vessels’ hull design reduces wake and provides better fuel efficiency, while cleaner burning engines reduce emissions.

The first two Olympic Class ferries were delivered on time and under budget. The third vessel, under construction at Vigor, is on schedule, under budget and will be assigned to the Seattle/Bremerton route in early 2017.

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Washington Trust for Historic Preservation Announces 2016 Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund Grant Awards Grants Assist Local Preservation Projects Throughout State

Sound Waters is honored to present a very exciting keynote speaker, Brian Atwater – co-author of The Orphan Tsunami of 1700, Japanese Clues to a Parent Earthquake in North America. His address will include excerpts from the new 2015 edition and insights regarding the geology of Puget Sound.

Each year the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation provides grant funding through their Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund to organizations across the state that are diligently working to preserve local historic resources. While grant awards are modest, recipients consistently report the important role this grant award plays in leveraging additional contributions, validating local preservation work, and ultimately achieving project goals. The intent of the program is to assist preservation projects where they really happen: at the local level. Recipients of the 2016 Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund grant awards were publicly announced on December 8 at the Washington Trust’s annual Holiday Benefit, held at the landmark StimsonGreen Mansion in Seattle. The slate of 2016 grant recipients includes the following organizations:

Sound Waters presents a unique opportunity to learn the latest information about ocean acidification, climate change, marine life and ecosystems, boating, fishing, shellfish harvesting, state parks, gardening, forests and many other related topics. Participants will select three classes out of more than 60 presentations.

• Coastal Heritage Alliance, Tacoma – $1,250 to purchase marine lumber to replace deteriorated hull frames on the starboard side of the fishing vessel Commencement. Built in 1926 by the Skansie Boatbuilding and Transportation Company in Gig Harbor, the Commencement served as a salmon boat for 70 years and can now be chartered for educational trips.

Visit the Sound Waters website soundwaterstewards.org/sw for a preview of the Keynote speaker and 60 classes, 43 of them new this year. Registration opens January 4, 2016.

• Friends of Fort Ward, Bainbridge Island – $1,000 to restore the historic Fort Ward bakery/powerhouse building for use as a community hall. This project included significant input from the Friends of Fort Ward Youth Advisory Group, which includes local high school students interested in historic preservation.

Past attendees described their experiences: “Each time has been well worth the time and cost. We always meet many friends there and what better way to meet than when sharing environmental and contemporary local concerns?”

“A fantastic event, truly an extraordinary accomplishment by an amazing team of dedicated volunteers. A highly paid professional staff or commercial company couldn’t do better.”

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Full Steam Ahead: WSF to add Fourth Olympic Class Ferry Construction Slated to Begin in January; Delivery Expected in mid-2018 Washington State Ferries is starting off the New Year with construction of a new Olympic Class ferry. WSF signed a Notice to Proceed last week with shipbuilder Vigor Industrial for work on its fourth 144-vehicle ferry, and work begins in January. The new ferry is funded through the Connecting Washington transportation funding package.

Along with the Tokitae, Samish and Chimacum, the fourth Olympic Class ferry improves fleet reliability and safety by replacing four of the state’s oldest ferries built during the 1950s and 1960s.

“Our top priority is keeping the ferry system safe and reliable for the millions of commuters, freight haulers and travelers who depend on us every year,” said WSF Chief of Staff Elizabeth Kosa. “Thanks to state lawmakers and critical funds from Connecting Washington, we are able to meet some of the ferry system’s most urgent needs, including building this new ferry.”

The fourth ferry will be built at Vigor Industrial, supporting about 500 jobs at Vigor’s Seattle shipyard and contractors around the region.

The budget to build the vessel is $122 million, and delivery is scheduled for mid-2018. The Washington State Transportation Commission is leading a public process to determine the fourth ferry’s name.

Olympic Class ferries are equipped with the latest emergency-evacuation and fire-suppression systems, two Americans with Disabilities

• Friends of Skamokawa, Cathlamet – $1,500 to repair entrance sill and railing, stairs on the 1894 Redmen Hall, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

• Historic Fox Theatre, Centralia – $2,000 to restore the mezzanine lobby and women’s restrooms. Located in the heart of Centralia’s National Register Historic District, Historic Fox Theatre Restorations has been implementing a phased approach leading to full rehabilitation of the theater.

• Haller House, Whidbey Island – $1,000 to remove and replace the cedar shingle roof. Not only is it one of the earlier residential structures in the state, but Granville Haller, a military man, gained notoriety in 1855 when he was defeated near Fort Dalles on the Columbia by a superior force of Yakama, Klickitat and Cayuse Warriors. Haller also served the Union Army during the Civil War. • Kirkman House, Walla Walla – $1,000 to restore two chimneys at the rear of the house and also the dining room firebox. Built in 1880, efforts in the 1970s to save the house led to it being listed in the National-Register and operated as a museum open to the public.

• LaCrosse Rock Houses, Lacrosse – $750 to repair, secure, and stabilize a series of small buildings constructed in the 1930s from local basalt stones, the presence of which are a result of the Ice Age Floods. The hope is to ultimately restore the compound of structures to create an Ice Age Institute/Missoula Floods Museum.

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Time for Some New Year’s (Financial) Resolutions

The countdown to 2016 has just about begun. If you’re like many people, you might be mulling over some New Year’s resolutions, such as hitting the gym more, learning a new language or taking a cooking class. All are worthy goals, but why not add some financial resolutions as well?

For example … … Pay yourself first. Even if you aren’t living “paycheck to paycheck,” you probably don’t have much trouble spending your money – because there’s always something that you or a family member needs, always a repair required for your home or your car, always one more bill to pay. But if you are going to achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you need to invest consistently. So before you pay everyone else, pay yourself first by having some money automatically moved from your checking or savings account each month into an investment. … Take advantage of your opportunities. If you have a 401(k) or similar plan at work, take full advantage of it. Contribute as much as you can afford – or at least enough to earn your employer’s match, if one is offered – and choose the mix of investments that give you the potential to achieve the growth you need at a level of risk with which you are comfortable. … Focus on the long term. In the short term, you might be excused for not wanting to invest.

The headlines are typically scary, the financial markets are frequently volatile and the future often looks murky. Yet, if you can look past the uncertainties of today and keep your focus on tomorrow, you will find it easier to follow a disciplined investment strategy that gives you the opportunity to meet your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement. …. Don’t be driven by fear. When the market is down, investors tend to react with fear. Specifically, they rush to sell their investments, afraid that if they don’t “cut their losses,” they might sustain even bigger ones. If you can get past this feeling, you may find that a down market can offer you the chance to buy quality investments at good prices. … Forget about the “hot stocks.” You’ll hear friends, co-workers and talking heads on television tout today’s “hot stocks.” But by the time you might hear about them, they may have cooled off – and, in any case, they might not be appropriate for your needs. Forget about “getting rich quick in the market” – it probably won’t happen. True investment success requires patience and persistence. … Cut down on your debts. It’s easy to pile up debts, but a lot harder getting rid of them. Yet, if you can reduce your debt load even moderately, you’ll free up money you could use to invest. So look for ways to conserve, cut back and consolidate – it will be worth the effort.

Making these resolutions – and sticking to them – can help you as you work toward achieving your financial goals.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OWNED. • Maryhill Museum of Art, Goldendale – $1,000 to repair and restore exterior stucco, redesign and rebuild the roof flashing and ramps, and repaint the exterior to its historic color. Opened in 1940 and eventually listed in the National Register, the museum is an architectural marvel along the Columbia.

• Neely Mansion Acosta Tool Shed, Auburn– $500 to purchase materials for restoration of the roof, doors, floor, and siding of the garden shed building. Built in 1894, the Neely Mansion is a wonderful Victorian woodframed building near Black Diamond. The tool shed is small, vernacular building which helps to understand full range of activities that took place at the site.

In addition to cash grants for bricks and mortar rehabilitation work, 2016 marks the first year the Washington Trust has offered building assessment services to grant applicants. Building assessments are able to provide a prioritized schedule of capital needs while outlining preferred treatments that meet historic standards. Information contained in a building assessment is intended to provide stewards with a clear path toward rehabilitation. Building assessments will be conducted by Artifacts Consulting, a historic preservation consulting firm generously providing these services pro bono. The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the first recipient of their Building Assessment program is the Ellensburg Masonic Temple Association.

Included in the assessment will be recommendations for proceeding with façade restoration to the 1890 Masonic Temple located in downtown Ellensburg.

Photos of each awarded project are available at preservewa.org/current-recipients.aspx.

For additional photos, please contact Jennifer Mortensen at jmortensen@preservewa.org.

Since 1998, the Fund has awarded 124 projects totaling almost $120,000 in funding to local historic preservation organizations and advocates engaged in the important work

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Funding for the grant program is obtained from private donations to the Trust with the goal of providing a minimum of $10,000 in grant funding per year. If you are interested in making donation in support of the Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund or the Valerie Sivinski Washington Preserves Fund Endowment to secure the future of the program, your contribution will be fully tax deductible..

The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation is a statewide, tax exempt 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1976 to safeguard Washington’s historic places through advocacy, education, collaboration and stewardship. For additional information regarding the 2016 grant recipients or for information on contributing to the Valerie Sivinski Fund visit preservewa.org or call (206) 624-9449.

[Submitted by Jennifer Mortensen, Washington Trust for Historic Preservation]

National Air Toxics Data Suggests Transportation, Wood Smoke Pose Highest Health Risk Local counties’ average risk lower than dense urban areas When it comes to airborne toxics, transportation and woodstoves are the biggest contributors to the risk of getting cancer or respiratory illness in Island, Skagit and Whatcom counties.

In larger, densely populated urban areas, those risks tend to be higher.

That’s the Northwest Clean Air Agency’s takeaway after reviewing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s latest National Air Toxics Assessment – or NATA data – released recently.

The data is in line with previous reports.

“The value of this data is that it shows patterns of health risk associated with air pollutants across broad geographic areas,” said Northwest Clean Air Agency Executive Director Mark Asmundson. “It can help regulators, health officials, policymakers, scientists, businesses and the public focus on reducing people’s exposure to air pollution.”

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As the local agency that regulates and permits businesses that release pollutants into the air, NWCAA was particularly interested in risks from those businesses.

The NATA data shows cancer risk associated with air toxics from industrial pollutant sources is considerably lower than transportation related toxics: air toxics from vehicles on our roads and “secondary” toxics. Secondary toxics form when hazardous air pollutants are transformed in the air into other chemicals.

Transportation sources produce the biggest human caused share of those precursors to secondary toxics.

Transportation and wood smoke are the sources of airborne toxics most likely to lead to respiratory health problems in our jurisdiction. NWCAA doesn’t have jurisdiction over transportation emissions, and although people don’t need a permit to burn wood for heat, NWCAA does have enforcement authority over excessive chimney smoke.

“Even though toxics from the businesses within our range of authority appear to be less responsible for these health issues than transportation and residential burning, we will continue to be vigilant in enforcing air quality laws and regulations, and in looking for opportunities to further reduce air pollution from all sources in our jurisdiction.” Asmundson said.

Emissions from the transportation sector have been declining and are expected to continue to decline. Toxic vehicle exhaust has decreased by about half, or 1.5 million tons, since 1990.

As people upgrade to newer vehicles, EPA expects these reductions to grow to 80 percent by the year 2030. In addition, diesel particulate emissions decreased by about 27 percent from 1990 to 2005. EPA projects an additional 90 percent reduction from 2005 to 2030 as recent rules targeting diesel engines go into effect.

Reducing particle emissions reduces the toxics that come with them.

The NATA data looks at statistical risk associated with toxics in the air. It doesn’t take into

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account five of the six common air pollutants with established national standards, called criteria pollutants: ozone, fine particles, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide.

(Lead is a criteria pollutant, but it is also a toxic air pollutant, so it is considered in the NATA data.) NWCAA monitors for certain criteria pollutants in strategic locations throughout its jurisdiction.

While the assessment provides a high-level look at risks from air toxics, EPA cautions against looking at it for comparisons among neighborhoods, counties or states. NWCAA continues to be the best source of information about local air quality and the emissions from the businesses in its jurisdiction that emit air pollutants.

More information: U.S. EPA National Air Toxics Assessment: www. epa.gov/national-air-toxics-assessment NWCAA current air quality and monthly summaries of industry fence-line monitoring in Island, Skagit and Whatcom counties: www. nwcleanairwa.gov/airQuality/current.asp NWCAA emissions inventory: www.nwcleanairwa.gov/airQuality/inventories.htm [Submitted by Katie Skipper, Communications Program Manager, NWCAA]

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New Year’s Eve Fireworks Thursday, December 31, 9:00pm Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor For more information, call the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce at (360) 675-3755 or visit OakHarborChamber.com

First Day Hike Friday, January 1, 10:00am South Whidbey State Park, Freeland The Friends of South Whidbey State Park welcome you to enjoy one of four hikes led by an interpretive guide. Hot cider, tea and hot cocoa will be available as well as some seasonal treats and special gifts for the kids.

Meet in front of the Ranger House at 10:00am.

There will be a group photo at 10:15am and everyone will get home in time for the games.

Easy / moderate-level hikes. Dress for our winter rains: warm clothes and layers. Bring binoculars, spotting scope, camera, hiking poles and water bottle if desired. This event is free and since New Year’s Day is also a Washington State Parks “Free Day,” you won’t need a Discover Pass. For more information, contact John Leaser at jdleaser@gmail.com or (360) 222-3991.

2016 Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive Friday, January 1, 10:30am Double Bluff Beach, Freeland The “Coolest” way to start your 2016 year with a fun group of Islanders! Pre-register at www.swparks.org or call the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District at (360) 221-5484. Participants can also register on the day of the event beginning at 10:30am in preparation for the 12:00pm noon jump. Registration fee of $15 includes an official event shirt and warm drinks. Save $5 by bringing a bag of food for the Good Cheer Food Bank! All proceeds benefit Island County 4-H Teen Leadership activities.

5k Resolution Run & Polar Bear Plunge Friday, January 1, 11:00am Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor Start 2016 happy and healthy with a free 5k fun run. Meet at the lagoon, arrive early to sign a waiver. Kids “Lap around the Lagoon” begins at 11:30am. Polar Bear Plunge begins at noon. The fun run benefits local charities, please bring a donation or canned food item.

For more information, call (360) 929-2489.

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Tingstad and Rumbel: Twelfth Night Tradition Saturday, January 2, 7:30pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley All Seats $22 For the past 29 years, Grammy Award-winning artist, Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumbel have been home for the holidays creating a longstanding tradition with Northwest families.

Join them as their holiday presence illuminates the enduring spirit of the season with the gift of music. Zech Hall Piano Bar opens one hour before the performance. For tickets, visit www. wicaonline.org or call the Box Office at (800) 638-7631 or (360) 221-8268.

Cello and Piano with James Hinkley and Mark Findlay Friday, January 8, 7:30pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley All Seats $20 Ring in the New Year with a celebration of some of the most beautiful works written for cello and piano – including works by Schumann, Beethoven, Granados and Shostakovich, with introductions to each piece presented by the artists. Join James Hinkley, cello and Mark Findlay, piano, for a magical evening of music and discussion. Zech Hall Piano Bar opens one hour prior to the performance. For tickets, visit www.wicaonline.org or call the Box Office at (800) 638-7631 or (360) 221-8268.

Star Party Friday January 15, begins at dark Fort Nugent Park, Oak Harbor Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and nebulas at this free public Star Party hosted by the Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS). No telescope is needed and people of all ages are welcome to attend. Be sure and dress warmly and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For more information, contact Dan Pullen at (360) 679-7664 or icaspub@juno.com, or visit http:// www.icas-wa.org.

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Dear Diary: A Journaling Workshop for Caregivers Monday, January 4, 1:30pm-3:30pm Coupeville Library The simple act of putting thoughts to paper has psychological power. Join this fun, informal workshop to motivate you to write your feelings about caregiving. Arlene West House, author, facilitator and caregiver, will guide you through the process that re-calibrates your mindset and helps you through your challenges and losses. Please bring a notebook, journal or diary and let’s get writing!

Opera Preview: Marriage of Figaro Tuesday, January 5, 12:00pm Freeland Library Join Nick Malinowski of for an hour-long introduction to the music, history and stagecraft of Seattle Opera’s upcoming production. Everyone is welcome.

Whidbey Island Holistic Health Association Presents: T’ai Chi and Qigong for Fun Tuesday, January 5, 6:30pm-8:30pm Freeland Library Would you like to have fun while you build a bigger brain, stronger bones, better balance, more flexibility and overall improved health?

T’ai chi and qigong have been proven to provide all these benefits--and more! Join Lynne Donnelly and see how these simple techniques can improve your life. Everyone is welcome. For more information about WIHHA visit: www.wihha.com Friends of the Freeland Library Used Book Sale Saturday, January 9, 10:00am-1:00pm Freeland Library Hundreds of great books available at bargain prices! Something for everyone. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Freeland Library.

Religious Services Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley Charismatic Prayer and Praise group. Everyone welcome. For more information, call Bill at (360) 221-8174.

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Sunday School, 1:00pm; Worship Service, 2:00pm Church on the Rock, Oak Harbor Pastor Jansen Onggao

Learn how to stream movies, download music legally, and more! This class provides an overview of these exciting services and the information needed to start enjoying them on your own. Bring your library card and device for hands-on help after the overview.

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Every Sunday, 11:00am 917 E. Whidbey Ave., Oak Harbor Living Circle is a welcoming spiritual community of friends on the path sharing music, prayers, blessings, stories, and more. They invite you to share your spirit with them. Their building is located next to Big Brothers and Big Sisters. For more information, call (360)3202081, email alivingcircle@gmail.com, or visit livingcircle.us

Oneness Blessings Every Monday, 4:00pm-5:00pm Oak Harbor A hands-on process of awakening the human being to its natural state by sending energy to the physical brain via a Oneness Blessings Giver. Come experience peace, healing & joy for yourself. Contact Netsah at (360)675-3420 for more information.

Teaching Through God’s Word Sundays, 9:00am & 11:00am Calvary Chapel, 3821 French Road, Clinton For more information, visit ccwhidbey.com.

Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service Sundays, 10:00am Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland All are welcome. Values-based children’s religious exploration classes and childcare will be provided. Visit www.uucwi.org for more information. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation building is located at 20103 Highway 525, two miles north of Freeland.

Unity of Whidbey Sundays, 10:00am 5671 Crawford Road, Langley If you’re one of the “spiritual but not religious” people who questions your childhood faith or is looking for something more, Unity of Whidbey may feel like a homecoming. Visit our website: unityofwhidbeyisland.org

Whidbey Quakers Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland Whidbey Islands Friends Meeting (also known as Quakers) meet in silent worship and community, with occasional spoken messages, every Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist building. For more information, contact Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey.com or go to www. whidbeyquakers.org.

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Galleries & Art Shows Fine Art in the Season of Light Show continues through January 3 Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank Featuring a wonderful array of exceptional original art by over 30 world-class Whidbey Island and Northwest artists. The gallery is chock-full of unique art in a variety of prices and forms, including glass, jewelry, paintings, sculptures, encaustics, ceramics, fiber arts, woodwork, handmade books, gicleé prints and cards.

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Suicide Grief Support Group Wednesday, January 13, 6:00pm-8:30pm Hospice of Whidbey General, Coupeville This is a time for individuals who have had a loved one die of suicide and would like to meet with others to learn some coping strategies ways to move forward through your grief and other feelings. Registration is requested by contacting Dave Bieniek, Bereavement Coordinator for Hospice of Whidbey General at (360) 321-1372 or bienid@whidbeygen.org There is no charge for this event.

Al-Anon Every Wednesday, 9:30am-10:30am 432 2nd St., Langley If a friend or relative has a problem with alcohol, you can find solutions for yourself at Alanon.

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The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is continuing the public process that will lead to long-term plans for South Whidbey State Park, Possession Point State Park and Useless Bay State Park property.

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Information about the planning project is available online at http://parks.state.wa.us/964/ South-Whidbey-State-Park-Planning. Opportunities for public comment will be available at the meeting, and public comment also may be provided by contacting Randy Kline, Parks Planner, at (360) 902-8632 or randy.kline@ parks.wa.gov.

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Oak Harbor Garden Club Tuesday, January 12, 9:15am First Methodist Church, Oak Harbor The business meeting will begin at 9:15am and a special program will run from 11:00am to 1:00pm. This program will feature GregRobin Smith of Interactive History performing as Benjamin Franklin in “Taking Root – Founding Gardeners and Their Gardens”. All history, gardening and humor buffs are invited to attend and to help ‘Ben’ celebrate his 310th birthday. The event is free and open to the public.

Artists of South Whidbey Tuesday, January 12, 11:30am Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland Guest Artist Phyllis Ray will be the demonstrator. A counselor who has painted for 30 years, Phyllis has a BA in Art Education from the University of Oregon. She is a signature member of the Northwest Watercolor Society, and past president of Women Painters of Washington. She belongs to the National Watercolor Society, the American Watercolor Society, and the East Side Association of Fine Arts. ASW welcomes painters of all levels and media to join their meetings, which begin with

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Christmas...a time to share what we have most of with those who have the least. The story below is part fact, part fiction.

It has become a tradition to run it at Christmas. My late mother, also named Eileen, was a beautiful woman with a troubled life.

She died at age 40. My late brother traveled around the world as a Navy diver and later, as a civilian diving and oil rig supervisor. What follows is best described as a wished-for dream where we reunite briefly. I clearly recall riding a streetcar to Marshall Field’s in Chicago, clutching a too-small coat closer to keep myself warm. It’s a story about a family fallen on hard times who, through the kindness of strangers, find that glad tidings can come to even those without hope.

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The mother did not hear him. The three continued to the escalator down to the main entrance.

“You over there with the boy and girl. Wait, please,” came the voice again.

He caught the boy’s eye as they were almost at the revolving door. Outside, a small band played, a bell clanged and pocket change clinked into a metal kettle. Then the breathless man was at their side.

“Excuse me, madam, but I am in charge of the portrait studio here at Marshall Field,” he explained. “I wondered if you would sit for some photographs for us to use in our advertising. If I may say so, you resemble those classic English beauties portrayed on castle walls.”

She blushed and was about to say no.

“There! That’s it,” he said. “That lovely smile will grace streetcars up and down Michigan Avenue to be seen by people from around the world, if only you’ll say yes.”

One look at her children told the mother they wanted her to accept the man’s offer.

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“How much would the pay be,” she asked timidly.

“Christmas,” said the mother to an empty room. She knew there was hardly money to pay the rent and buy groceries, let alone toys or a new coat for her girl.

When he told her, she flushed again and said, “I’d be proud to accept your offer.” The deal was set.

Outside, a bitter Chicago wind made ghostly sounds as an elevated train rumbled past, its occupants huddled together for warmth.

A single bulb hung over the little girl’s bed where she read her book in the dim light, poking her nose under the covers to keep it warm. The radiator was cold.

And where was that boy? She last saw him run through the alley with his friends. She needn’t have worried. He had a good head on his shoulders and seldom got into trouble.

Neighborhood children often went through the trash looking for beer bottles to return to the taverns for a few pennies. Maybe he’d earn a few cents today. Still, it would not be enough.

She hated to be pitied, this mother alone with two children and no money in a big city full of families in dire circumstances.

Growing up, she heard her relatives denounce people who took charity, claiming they’d never stoop so low. “We’re too proud!”

Perhaps she could take her children downtown to see the pretty storefronts. The boy had collected enough bottles that week to earn streetcar fare, so they bundled up in scarves and hats and headed to State Street.

As it had every Christmas, the star at Marshall Field was a welcoming beacon to shoppers.

Angel hair and twinkling lights filled the window displays and reflected in the children’s eyes. Not much point going in to see Santa, thought the mother, but the children pleaded, weakening her resolve.

It took some time for the line to wind down and suddenly Santa was asking the little girl what she wanted him to bring her.

“A dolly, please,” she said, giving him a shy smile. She blushed as Santa hugged her and said he’d see what he could do.

It was the boy’s turn. Surely he’d ask for a BB gun or bicycle, but his answer to Santa’s question caught onlookers by surprise.

“All I want for Christmas is for someone to give my mother a job,” he said.

This was not the usual response and Santa was silent for a moment.

Then Santa pressed on, asking, “Don’t you want any toys or candy for yourself?”

The studio manager took her name and address and told her when to return. Store professionals would do her hair and makeup, and even provide pearls and a gown to wear.

For a moment she was lost in thought, but her mind quickly returned to Christmas.

“When will I get paid,” she whispered. The studio manager looked at her and the children and pulled something out of his pocket. He scribbled quickly and handed her a voucher.

“If you will take this to the cashier’s cage, you can have part of your salary in advance today,” he said. “Will that do?”

The mother hugged him and said, “You’ve made me very happy.”

When the family returned home, a crumpled paper sack waited at their front door. Who left it, they wondered.

“Let’s go,” she called as the children struggled to remove their boots, clogged with snow and ice. Inside, all eyes were on the brown bag as it sat on the kitchen floor.

“I’ll open it,” said the boy.

“That’s fine,” said the mother, “but be careful.”

In went his hand and out came a gray sweater with a white reindeer leaping off the chest. It was a few sizes too large for him, but he’d be kept warm for several winters. He laughed at his good fortune as his head popped out of the neck hole.

There was more. He reached in again. The girl got excited when she saw the spine of a book emerge.

“Black Beauty!” she exclaimed. “Is it for me?”

Just as he was about to throw the bag away, the boy heard something rattle as he shook it.

He brought out two tortoise shell hair combs and handed them to his mother.

“Here, mother! These will look fine in your hair when you have your portrait taken.”

She hugged him and then the girl. The room became warm and bright with the sounds of their laughter.

The mother’s heart felt light as she set on the teakettle. Things do look their darkest before the dawn, she thought.

The boy shook his head indicating “No.”

Humming to herself, she thought of another family long ago who received the kindness of strangers on Christmas Eve.

“Well, if that ain’t the darndest,” said a voice from the crowd.

The promise of Bethlehem, of new hope, was reborn that night in Chicago.

The mother blushed, and at that moment, she had never looked more radiant. Her boy beamed back at her.

Hold your loved ones close and have a very Merry Christmas.

“Let’s go, children,” she called. “We have to get the streetcar home before dark.”

Most recently published December 2013 Whidbey Weekly. God Bless you, Eileen.

We miss you.

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NAS Whidbey Island SAR Medically Evacuates Friday Harbor Resident

A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted a late night Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) on Sunday, December 27, 2015, from the San Juan Islands.

The SAR crew of six took off around 8:30 in the evening and transited to the Friday Harbor Airport to pick up a 69-yearold male suffering from a blocked artery in his leg. They then flew to the Snohomish County Airport where he was transferred to the Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett, Wash. The weather was challenging throughout the evening with conditions ranging from snow in some areas to heavy rain and low clouds in others.

“It was my first mission up here and really exciting to see the Whidbey SAR team in action,” said SAR Rescue Corpsman Naval Hospitalman Austin Shutt. “The hospital staff and patient seemed relieved to see us which makes all of our training and late nights instantly worth the effort we put in.”

This year, NAS Whidbey Island SAR has launched on 36 SAR/MEDEVAC missions, resulting in 29 lives delivered to higher level care. Sixteen of those medical evacuations have been from the San Juan Islands; eight from Friday Harbor, five from Lopez and three from Orcas.

The Navy SAR unit operates three MH-60S helicopters from NAS Whidbey Island as search and rescue platforms for the EA-18G aircraft as well as other squadrons and personnel assigned to the installation. The base also has an agreement to assist Washington State with medical evacuations and search and rescue activities.

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7 Things to Know About the PFA Story by Petty Officer 2nd Class Charlotte Oliver 1. An updated Physical Activity Risk Factor Questionnaire (PARFQ) to better assess a Sailor's health.

2. BCA has changed allowing Sailors three opportunities based on body type and age to pass the BCA. A Sailor can use the current height and weight measurements, single-site abdominal circumference measurement, or meet the DoD maximum allowable fat limit.

3. A Sailor will be separated for failing two PFA's in three years.

4. Effective immediately upon CO approval, a Sailor who has not yet been separated due to multiple PFA failures has a transition period between now and Dec. 1, 2015 to stay in, providing they pass a mock or official PRT..

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WEDNESDAY, December 16 3:39am, N Main St. Caller advising she was at Whidbey General Hospital and they held her arm down to keep her from moving while she had an IV in her arm resulting in a bruise.

Advising she has spoken to WGH and they will not take her complaint. Requesting a phone call from deputy to see what she can do. Advising she is trying to “sue them.”

4:53pm, Riepma Ave. Caller advising on the property to the south, the owner is digging holes in the yard and caller doesn’t think he has permits. Caller advising he has a backhoe and the holes are filled with water.

6:21pm, Lagoon Point Rd. Caller advising “drunk red head” at location. Now talking to female who refuses to give her name. Advising everything is okay. Male was dared to call 911.

THURSDAY, December 17 9:03am Youngwood Rd. Fire in the living room. Caller is refusing to exit the house. Advising she needs to find her cats.

12:31pm, Shangri-La Cir. Requesting call regarding if he can shoot raccoons on his property or not.

FRIDAY, December 18 4:40am, N East Camano Dr. Locked out of vehicle. No one inside of vehicle and not running. Female was advised deputy is not able to assist with lockout. Requesting deputy pick her up and take her to her house because her husband has a spare key.

9:48am, Riepma Ave. Caller reporting his landlord’s workers keep coming down to the property to do his “dirty work.” Caller says the landlord needs to give him notice before having people on his property.

9:50am, SW 6th Ave. Caller advising the bank won’t give him his packages.

11:28am Sealawn Blvd.

Caller just moved to the island after living in Brazil for 51 years. Says in Brazil, it’s a custom to make courtesy call to law enforcement and say hello when they are new. Caller said he saw the Sheriff’s office and wanted to say “hi.” No contact needed.

1:04pm, Cultus Bay Rd. Requesting call in reference to patron who launches fireworks when Seahawks win. Caller wants to be informed of the law so he can tell patron what will happen if he launches the fireworks.

2:04pm, 3rd St. Reporting white male at bus stop harassing children. Asking about drugs and mentioning sex. Beard, late 20’s, early 30’s. Small narrow build, very intoxicated.

3:02pm, Alderwood Ln. Someone came into house and attacked her. Caller came out of bathroom and confronted white male wearing mask.

4:05pm, Moonlight Dr. While out on a walk 10 minutes ago, heard male voice yelling “we will get 20 cases of beer and some dynamite.”

Sounded like person was on the phone.

Then started cursing.

4:47pm, SW Mulberry Pl. Caller advising people at this residence sold him a car and it is a piece of junk.

Yelling in the background.

5:48pm, Monkey Hill Rd. Two car, blocking, caller is shaken up.

Has not checked with other driver. Caller advising it was two car, now saying he doesn’t know where the other car is, maybe only one car involved.

6:40pm, W Trowel Rd. Caller advising an hour ago, his blue 84 Riviera was stolen from location. Caller left his vehicle running while he was walking his dog and a maroon Honda with a loud muffler pulled up near his car and they got into it and drove off.

7:27pm, SE 8th Ave. Caller advising she thinks someone is inside sleeping in a bedroom.

11:26pm, NW 4th St. Caller reporting she believes someone is coming in her home when she is gone and moving around a particular item, deer skull. The angle the item is positioned at changes.

SATURDAY, December 19 10:50am, Hazzle Ct. Caller states $600 was taken from location’s storage area. Occurred within the last few weeks.

11:37am, S East Camano Dr. Caller states neighbors pushed down fence and gate to enable dogs to get out.

Caller states may be in retaliation from calling in neighbors for noise issues. Also states found soda can in yard indicating someone had entered the yard.

12:55pm, Verlaine St. Advising subject looked at the caller, said “nice try,” walked towards the caller and then began bad talking the caller.

4:02pm, NW Crosby Ave. Caller advising neighbor called her a “N****R” and threatened to have his dog attack her.

4:25pm, Magellan Dr. Requesting contact referencing car stolen sometime since September. Did not report it. Clarifying, lent car to a friend who lent it to someone else who never returned it.

SUNDAY, December 20 12:25am, Diane Ave. 22-year-old male who works at Arby’s is trying to get caller’s 14-year-old daughter to come to his house. Caller just found messages on daughter’s phone. Caller is angry and drove to Arby’s to confront male but Arby’s is closed. Available by phone.

12:52am, SE 11th Ave. Caller advising neighbor is intoxicated at location. Kicking/hitting door and won’t leave.

10:27am, Wilson Rd. Reporting subjects at the old rodeo grounds are burning in burn barrels.

Burning smelly things for months now.

1:24am, SE 11th Ave. Caller recalled advising neighbor came back and broke a lightbulb.

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2:28pm, Elger Bay Rd. Reporting a suspicious male in the Elger Bay Grocery wearing bath robe and a pink scarf. Caller heard subject has advertised to give piano lessons to 7-year-old females.

4:25pm, Cultus Bay Rd. Advising on Sundays after Seahawks win the game, large fireworks are being set off behind the Bailey Corner Store.

States this is very upsetting to his animals.

Has contacted the owner who advised it would be stopped, however, occurred again today.

7:07pm, SE 8th Ave. Caller reporting subject at friend’s home took his clothes off and talked about “weird stuff.”

MONDAY, December 21 5:28am, SE O’Leary St. Caller reporting some type of electrical shock under her feet. Appears to have mental health issues.

4:45pm, Elhardt St. Caller advising someone is in his ceiling.

Has been trying to catch them. Subject has been inside for the last 30-40 minutes. Every time caller goes upstairs he can hear them crawling around.

TUESDAY, December 22 10:45am, Norcliffe Way Caller states “crazy” female is trying to get into door of location. She is on caller’s porch, yelling. Caller states female may have just realized she is at the wrong house.

11:13am, N Oak Harbor St. Caller reporting a backpack was left behind after closing last night. Contains marijuana and urine samples.

6:14pm, SR 20 Caller advising subject with something on his face looking in vehicles near location.

WEDNESDAY, December 23 12:09am, SW 6th Ave. Caller advising he is hearing voices and nearly hit the nurse. Difficult to understand caller.

4:40am, SE 4th Ave. Caller reporting subject is dumpster diving at location.

1:51pm, SE 8th Ave. Caller reporting subject is pulling a child out of a bedroom window.

1:55pm, SE Barrington Dr. Caller advising of a registered sex offender posting pictures on Facebook with a young boy.

9:04pm, SR 20 Caller advising of subject walking around yelling obscenities.

THURSDAY, December 24 1:40am, SE Bayshore Dr. Caller advising earlier she was feeling suicidal and went for a walk. Was assaulted with a chain in the bathroom.

12:11pm, SW Robertson Dr. Caller reporting a vehicle pulled out of her driveway and into another driveway.

12:36pm, NE 7th Ave. Caller advising her apartment manager is doing illegal things and lying to her about putting her in a motel during remodel.

2:03pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller advising downstairs neighbor is non-stop banging on the ceiling. Ongoing for last 40 minutes.

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Life Tributes DAVID PAUL BELL David Paul Bell, born October 2, 1939 in Chicago, IL, the only son of Ronald and Mary (Jones) Bell, left this world December 20, 2015 to start the next part of his life.

In 1940, David lost his father. Mary Bell moved the family to Moline, IL to be closer to family. In 1946, she met and married Edward Larkin, a recently returned veteran of WWII. Edward was a newspaper man and his work took his family all over the U.S. Finally settling in the Stockton, CA area, David graduated from high school in 1957, then attended San Juan Delta College and finally Cal State, Sacramento. In 1968, after several years in the credit and consumer finance business he went to work for the California Division of Highways working in facility management.

In 1979 a promotional opportunity transferred him to the California Highway Patrol where he met Jean Mae Yuskus, who became the love of his life. Jean and David were married February 20, 1985. In the summer of the same year, David saw another opportunity with the California Lottery in Network Operations and Contract Compliance. In 1990, he returned to this first department, now the Department of Transportation, and retired in 1998.

David and Jean’s first vacation together was to the

Pacific Northwest and it was a pattern to be repeated every year. In 1998, they retired and moved to Oak Harbor where he lived until his last departure. David was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, serving as a Greeter, Usher and, with wife Jean, delivered Communion to the homebound. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, John O’Brien Council #3361 and Friends of Oak Harbor Library. For 11 years, he and Jean were Long Term Care Ombudsman serving as advocates for residents living in senior care and assisted living facilities. David was also active in the Northwest Regional Council, the Area Agency on Aging.

David and Jean enjoyed overseas travel, reading, classical music, quilting, cooking and recipe development and spending time with friends. He and Jean were constant companions and one of his ongoing thoughts when referring to Jean was “I never could have done it without you.”

David is survived by his much loved wife Jean of Oak Harbor and her children, Steve Mayer (Brenda) of Eugene, OR, David Mayer of Redding, CA, Liz (Larry) Blevins of Auburn, CA, Linda Meeks of Rancho Cordova, CA, and Alan (Myrna) Meeks of Redding, CA, five grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Funeral Mass for David Bell was celebrated at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Oak Harbor with Rev. Paul Pluth, JCL as Celebrant. Rites of Committal followed at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Oak Harbor.

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

A SERVING OF LUCK AND PROSPERITY IN 2016 New Year, new beginnings. Looking towards the future with ‘new’ perspective. New Year’s may be celebrated differently around the world but its premise is the same regardless of where a person is and how they celebrate. It marks the beginning of, literally, a brand new year and this means many people make resolutions to reinvent aspects of their life, whatever it may be. Many people resolve to adopt different lifestyles but in particular those where food is concerned.

After all the pomp, stuffing, turkey, ham and sweet treats we indulge in over the Christmas period, it’s easy to see why so many of us make the New Year’s resolution to ‘eat better’ and embark on a healthier lifestyle.

This is a fantastic resolution and I hope whoever makes this one is successful each step of the way. It is also common in many cultures around the world to prepare meals made from items which are believed to bring luck and prosperity in the coming 365 (or 366) days to those who eat them.

Beans are one such food, as they are said to be reminiscent of coins thus encouraging wealth through the doors of those eating these little guys over New Year’s. They also provide us with a substantial amount of fiber.

Healthy and luck, what a wonderful combination! Another food group which is thought to invite money into the lives of those consuming it are leafy greens. The greenery is representative of – yes, you guessed it – money. That being the case, load your plate up with some form of greenery. I am partial to spinach and I know there are a myriad of ways in which this can be made, so perhaps something like spinach stuffed pasta shells, with a cream sauce of some kind could be enjoyed over New Year’s Eve and/or Day. If it isn’t money, health and wellness you are hoping to usher in, perhaps it is instead, long life. And it is believed, especially in Asian cultures, that noodles have the ability to inspire long life. Grains, such as rice, quinoa and barley symbolize abundance so making and eating a dish comprised of any of these is said to bode luck in this arena. There are so many delicious dishes that can be made using noodles and grains. How many pasta dishes are out there? Too many to count, right?

What about the different types of noodles and the multitude of ways in which they can be prepared? Exactly! There is so much variety when it comes to making food, especially that which has symbolic importance attached to them. Creativity can abound and take over the kitchen in preparation for welcoming in luck and longevity this next year.

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Luck isn’t consigned to leafy greens and fibrous beans. Fruit is another group which has the potential to welcome prosperity, in any form, to its eaters. It also doesn’t just have to be put in salads and laid out on party platters. Fruit is eaten as a ritual at the stroke of midnight (and then eleven extra strokes thereafter). Grapes are consumed, one on each stroke after the clock strikes 12 on New Year’s Day, individually signifying the calendar months ahead. Hopefully each grape that’s eaten is a sweet one, as it means each month will be just as saccharin and delightful as the grape which represented it. If you aren’t partial to grapes there are always other fruits helping to lay the groundwork for luck in the New Year. Figs symbolize fertility and Pomegranates, with their surplus of seeds, is said to signify abundance in life and whatever form this abundance takes on is all relative to the person wishing for it.

It isn’t just fruits which are emblematic of prosperity and abundance but your main dish can be as well. In homes all across the globe, pork will be served and the reason for this is because pigs root forward in the dirt with their noses, which portrays forward motion and progress. If you prefer fowl, birds scratch backwards in the dirt, in essence leaving behind past transgressions, which may be more meaningful to some people.

Another staple gracing the tables over the New Year’s period is fish, its symbolic intention akin to that of the pig. Its forward motion in the water stands for progress, the scales resemble money and the fact they generally swim in schools comprised of large numbers adds to the belief that abundance will follow those who eat this on New Year’s Eve or Day. What a fortunate thing we live in the Pacific Northwest and the waters here are teeming with all sorts of fish!

If it’s sweetness you are wishing for more of in life, then cakes and cookies are said to be traditional bringers of harmony. Their sugary taste is supposed to represent goodness and

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the round shape of the cookie or cake is believed to help bring this goodness full circle through the year.

Whatever your New Year’s resolutions are, may you be successful in them. However you celebrate, whether it’s ringing in the next 12 months with a bang or if you quietly open your door to it, I hope each month is good to you and may you have a prosperous year ahead! I am including a recipe for ‘lucky snacking black eyed peas.’ I know a lot of people don’t want to spend ages in the kitchen making intricate dishes so these would be great to just whip up quickly and munch throughout the evening. I hope you try and make these and if you do please let me know how they were! If you have any questions, information or recipes email me at letsdish@whidbeyweekly.com. As always, I look forward to hearing from you so, Let’s Dish!

Lucky Black Eyed Peas for Munching 2 x 15.8 oz cans of black eyed peas, rinsed well and drained 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoons of pepper ¾ teaspoon ground cumin 1 and ½ teaspoons chili powder ½ a teaspoon of salt Combine all ingredients in a bowl, and transfer onto a greased pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 425 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes until dried and crispy and be sure to stir these little guys every ten minutes. Allow to cool for 20 minutes, dig in and enjoy! www.myrecipes.com www.rd.com www.southernliving.com To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Personal sacrifices made on the 31st help out someone at home.

Friendly competition on the 1st feels at odds but works in your favor. You’re easily led astray on the 2nd. Someone younger tests your mettle on the 3rd. The rules work on your behalf on the 4th. A reminder of unfinished business appears on the 5th. No choice on the 6th but to deal with a small challenge (possibly a short journey).

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) Disciplined action on the 31st results in a job well done. A fatherly figure may step in to ease the strain on the 1st. Travel and relationships don’t go as planned on the 2nd, resulting in a change of action on the 3rd. An authority figure helps you through an impasse on the 4th. Earlier hard work finally pays on the 5th.

Look for inspiration in the form of homespun wisdom on the 6th.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Your long creative streak continues on the 31st, aided by someone you respect. Do what you must on the 1st, even though you may not like it.

Practice flexibility on the 2nd and 3rd, days when the best laid plans may go astray. Sober advice from a partner on the 4th is on target. Collaboration works out well on the 5th. If the situation unravels on the 6th, you at least have help getting through it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) “Out with the old . . .” applies especially to you on the 31st.

How to gracefully let go is the issue on the 1st. Your love of variety and change allows you to roll with the unpredictable flow on the 2nd. Impulsive behavior works against you on the 3rd. Hard effort on the 4th lessens the impact of a difficult situation. A wise decision on the 5th proves surprisingly helpful. Be patient on the 6th if progress seems slow.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Welcome assistance in a perplexing situation comes on the 31st. Annoyance over your spouse or partner’s staunch course is likely on the 1st. Lively developments on the 2nd and 3rd may take time to resolve. A kindly assist from someone you respect makes the 4th a great day. Unfinished business with a partner surfaces for completion on the 5th. No option on the 6th except to roll up your sleeves and get the job done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Fortitude and attention to detail combine favorably for you on the 31st. You may need to learn a new trick on the 1st. You have the competitive edge over challengers on the 2nd and 3rd.

You benefit on the 4th to the degree that you can focus intently and stay on task. Knowledge backed with persistence carries the day on the 5th. Luck on the 6th is a matter of patient preparation. Are you ready?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You have it your way on the 31st. Your dilemma on the 1st is how to simultaneously satisfy both your taste for luxury and your miserly streak. Be free and spontaneous on the 2nd. Your mood on the 3rd is about fixing, solving and getting the job done. Your competitive edge has extra drive on the 4th and 5th. Unresolved issues, some to do with children, weigh you down on the 6th.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You benefit from someone else’s skills on the 31st. Gambles taken on the 1st or 2nd see you on the losing end. Help of the sort you could do without interferes on the 3rd. Someone’s voice of experience proves useful on the 4th. On the 5th you get a second chance (thankfully) on a lesson not learned the first time around. A gentle disciplinarian is not the least of your helpful resources on the 6th.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) A younger helper proves useful in actions taken on the 31st.

Contrary advice when you’re tempted to be daring on the 1st or 2nd proves right. A frivolous attitude on the 3rd may well prove costly. Temporary sacrifice for the sake of your responsibilities is the right course on the 4th. You have plenty of help doing what you must on the 5th. You’re a power house on the 6th, resulting in the outcome you want.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Success on the 31st begins with knowing what you don’t know and filling in the gaps. Right action on the 1st may still result in a boxed-in feeling. Understand the difference between motion and useful action to safely navigate the 2nd and 3rd. Strategize as you go on the 4th.

Tying up loose ends and completing the incomplete are on the table for the 5th.

Consider expenses incurred on the 6th to be wise investments.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Falling dominoes on the 31st should at least fall gracefully. A little extra effort on the 1st could turn a loss into a gain.

Sudden inspiration on the 2nd and 3rd may lead you into unexpected action. Your efforts on the 4th may incur expenses but ultimately will pay. The outcome of an ongoing struggle becomes apparent on the 5th. (Your prospects look good.) You reap the benefits of deferred gratification on the 6th.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Your spouse or partner needs your help on the 31st. In turn, you get an assist from someone you look up to. Watch out that your rightful dues don’t get slighted on the 1st or 2nd. A benefactor works behind the scenes for you on the 3rd. Heed your inspiration on the 4th; it’s more solid than it appears to be. Trade conducted on the 5th benefits you in some not so obvious ways. Menial tasks occupy the 6th. © 2015, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

Chicken Little looks at what is and fears the sky is falling. The astrologer looks at what is and sees what could be. Wesley Hallock is a professional astrologer and part-time Chicken Little who has been navigating the sea of consciousness since 1982. To read past columns of Chicken Little and the Astrologer in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

ACROSS 1. “To thine own ___ be true” 5. Healthful retreats 9. Santa Claus feature 14. Blue hue 15. Breathe hard 16. An abalone 17. “I” problem 19. Barter 20. Hybrid of Lion and Tigress 21. Beauty pageant wear 23. Oolong, for one 24. “Malcolm X” director 25. Movement intended to reclaim lost homeland 28. Assassinated 29. Blonde’s secret, maybe 30. Strong fishing net (2 wds) 33. One of the two main branches of Islam 37. Screams 38. Asteroid indents 41. Keats, for one 42. Bases of stems 43. Ceiling 46. Eagerness 47. Without inspection 51. Priestly garb

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55. Corpulent 56. Any Time 58. Fresh from the shower 60. Custodies; guardianships 62. 10 kilogauss 63. “... happily ___ after” 64. Cut, maybe 65. Appropriate 66. Disney dog 67. Animal shelters DOWN 1. Drag one’s feet 2. Like “The X-Files” 3. The “L” of XXL 4. Arctic sight 5. Marienbad, for one 6. Kitchen closets 7. Very old 8. Lieu 9. Study of plants 10. “To ___ is human ...”

11. Cremona artisan 12. Advises 13. Chimera 18. Ornamental part at front of vehicles 22. Cabernet, e.g.

26. Captain, e.g.

27. Consumer Reports employee 28. Trade 30. Cooking meas.

31. Density symbol 32. “___ we having fun yet?”

34. Bewitch 35. Anger 36. Balaam’s mount 38. Sped forward at full speed 39. “How ___!”

40. Beloved of Aphrodite 42. Tapioca plant 44. Discordant 45. Stop on a crawl 47. Divisions 48. Arm 49. “Silly” birds 50. Central pillar of a spiral staircase 51. “All kidding ___...”

52. Remus ____ (Harry Potter character) 53. Conquers 57. Abandon 59. Fla. neighbor 61. Arid

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AUTO/PARTS FOR SALE Driver’s side window for Honda CRV, $20 OBO, cash only, pictures available. (360) 632-6202

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HEALTH/FITNESS NordicTrack e5 si Elliptical exerciser, gently used, in great shape. Includes electrical adapter/power supply, and user manual. $175 OBO. (360) 672-5040 (0) Guitar lessons: Looking for students who want to learn how to play guitar. One-on-on, all ages, all styles. Beginners welcome. Gift certificates available, includes 4 lessons (1 hr. each), 1 FREE with consultation, and guitar set-up all for $100. Call Scott (360) 675-5470

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a fitted glass cover). $10 and $15; Pedestal table, 48” diameter, walnut formica top ($25); Pedestal table, with modified rectangular shape, approximately 30” x 60” ($35). Call (360) 678-1167

LAWN AND GARDEN Patio Furniture: Patio Bar Table w/4 sling fabric bar chairs.

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(360) 682-6003 (0) Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 strips, each 10’ long, $7 each roll. Call (360) 678-1167

MISCELLANEOUS Three cords of seasoned fir firewood. 16-inch. $450, you haul. (360) 222-3095 (0) Prism kite bag, very good condition, $60 cash only. (360) 632-6202 Looking for Xmas, Bday, Father's Day, or just Gifts in general? These are LOCAL made crafts, I have about 50-60 of these available. They are $16.00/ea, plus shipping if you want them mailed. CASH preferred. Dimensions are: 5-6"W X 17”L. Contact me at ljohn60@gmail.com.

Hand-crafted wood model logging truck. In excellent condition. 6.5” x 32” x 9” in size. Photos available, $50.

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RECREATION Wood Shaft Golf Clubs: From the early 1900s. Hickory shafts, old leather grips, assortment of clubs. Great decor! $40 each or 3 for $90.

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Dark Green. Soft cloth case, $45. Call (425) 238-7191 (1) Wooden Creeper: Vintage creeper with the fancy wheels that let you lie as close to the ground as possible. Schuck’s

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(425) 238-71 91 (1) Road Bikes: 2 in excellent shape. Both have 700c wheels, chro-Molly frames, and are 21-speed. One has a stand-over height of 28" (for someone about 5'-6"). The second one has a stand-over height of 30.5" (for someone about 6'-0"). Must see! $250 each. (425) 238-7191 (1) Bowflex Weight Bench Model #3.1. and York 5#-40# adjustable dumbbell set. Both excellent condition. $100.

So.Whidbey, (360) 969-5927 (1) Golf bag by MacGregor ProOnly. Heavy-duty vinyl and leather. Comes with carrying strap and hood. Two-tone green, very good condition.

Photos available upon request, $30 or best offer; Leading Edge putter with brand new Golf Pride grip. Comes with cover, excellent condition.

Photos available upon request, $20 or best offer. Call (360) 678-1167

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES If you or someone you know needs help in feeding pet(s), WAIF Pet Food Banks may be able to help. Pet Food Banks are located at WAIF thrift stores in Oak Harbor (50 NE Midway Blvd) and Freeland (1660 Roberta Ave) and are generously stocked by donations from the community. If you need assistance, please stop by. Donations run low on cat food but are always welcomed to help our neighbors in need!

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